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#819 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 33% in state

Drum Point Road Elementary School

Elementary School · Brick Township Public School District

41 DRUM POINT RD, Brick Town, NJ 08723

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#819 of 2,466

In Brick Town

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Drum Point Road Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Brick Town · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Drum Point Road Elementary School

Drum Point Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brick Town, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Drum Point Road Elementary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Drum Point Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #819 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Drum Point Road Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Drum Point Road Elementary School — Students at Drum Point Road Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
45.8%
ELA
41.7%
2025
Math
48.6%
ELA
51.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Drum Point Road Elementary School Compares

See how Drum Point Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

41 DRUM POINT RD, Brick Town, NJ 08723

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Drum Point Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Veterans Memorial Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Brick), with a comparable rating. Another option is Midstreams Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Osbornville Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Brick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brick Town, see our Brick Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Emma Havens Young Elementary School Brick 0.1 mi 6.2
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 0.8 mi 6.3
Lake Riviera Middle School Brick 1.5 mi 7.5
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 1.7 mi 6.3
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.1 mi 4.4
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.2 mi
Silver Bay Elementary School Toms River 2.6 mi 4.0
OROS BAIS YAKOV Lakewood 2.3 mi 5.6
NEEMAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.3 mi 5.6
SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.4 mi
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 2.6 mi 6.3
LEHMANN SCHOOL & TECH ED CENTER Lakewood 2.3 mi
OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy Toms River 2.8 mi 6.6
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 2.9 mi 6.4
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 3.0 mi 6.7
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 2.6 mi 6.4
MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.8 mi 4.5
LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL BOYS Lakewood 2.9 mi 4.3
LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL Lakewood 2.9 mi 4.5
CHEDVAS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,953

Median Home Value

$374,400

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

32,033

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Drum Point Road Elementary School

What grades does Drum Point Road Elementary School serve?

Drum Point Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Drum Point Road Elementary School?

Drum Point Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Drum Point Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Drum Point Road Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Drum Point Road Elementary School rank in NJ?

Drum Point Road Elementary School ranks #819 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Drum Point Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Drum Point Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Drum Point Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Drum Point Road Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Drum Point Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, Drum Point Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Drum Point Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Drum Point Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Drum Point Road Elementary School?

25.1% of students at Drum Point Road Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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